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Sources of Coenzyme Q10
Small fish like sardines are high in coenzyme Q10sardines texture image by Jo?¡êo Freitas from Fotolia.comCo-enzyme Q10 is found in a wide variety of healthy foods, including fish and whole grains. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, co-enzyme Q10 has an antioxidant......More...
Expert Column - Assessing the Quality of Botanical Preparations
What is in the supplements your patient is taking?...More...
Effects of Niacin With Procardia
Patients with high cholesterol and chronic chest pain may receive prescriptions for both niacin (e.g., Niaspan from Abbott Laboratories) and Procardia, a branded version of nifedipine marketed by Pfizer. The two medications can safely work together to relieve the cause and symptoms of stable angina ...More...
Effect of Antibiotics on Polymorphonuclear
Agents from several antimicrobial classes inhibited PMN apoptosis....More...
Probiotics as a Treatment for Infectious Diseases
Can the "good" bacteria in probiotics help treat the common cold, vulvovaginal candidiasis, or antibiotic-associated diarrhea?...More...
Benzodiazepine and Paraesthesia
Benzodiazepines are a class of drugs with sedative, muscle-relaxant, anxiety reducing, anticonvulsant and memory loss effects. They are prescribed for anxiety, seizures, insomnia, alcohol withdrawal and other conditions. Benzodiazepines are also used recreationally. They are physically addictive and...More...
Red Clover Leaf Side Effects
People take red clover leaf extract for a variety of reasons. Because it can have effects similar to the female hormone estrogen, women use it to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and to help prevent osteoporosis. Additional uses include lowering cholesterol and relieving symptoms o...More...
Orgalutran Side Effects
Orgalutran, also known as Ganirelix, is a drug used to treat women suffering from infertility. Use of Orgalutran may lead to the a variety of mild to severe side effects based on the particular individual....More...
LMWH, Unfractionated Heparin, and Hepatotoxicity
Enoxaparin, a low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH), is widely used for the treatment and prophylaxis of thromboembolic disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis....More...
Side Effects of Esipram
The World Federation for Mental Health reports that as much as 22 percent of the world's population suffers from Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Generalized Anxiety Disorder causes worrying and nervousness that interferes with day-to-day activities and often leads to insomnia, depression, headaches an...More...
The Side Effects of Indocid
Indocid is an anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve certain symptoms of arthritis including stiffness, swelling and joint pain. The medication has also been used as a treatment option for the gout, bursitis, tendinitis, sprains and menstrual cramps. As with any other type of medication, Indocid com...More...
How to Get Off Lexapro
When you decide to get off Lexapro it is time to gather your team around and sharpen your pencil. Your doctor is the team leader who will show you how to step-down the dosage in a healthy way. Include your family and caring friends for objective monitoring of how your body is reacting. Add a calend...More...
How to Clean Benzodiazepine from the System
Benzodiazepine is a prescription medication used for the treatment of sleeping disorders. People talking benzodiazepines may experience a number of unsettling side effects, such as nightmares, depression, memory loss, trembling and rapid heartbeat. Benzodiazepines--like other medications--are proces...More...
Medicine Information on Mucinex 600 Mg
Mucinex 600-milligram tablets are an over-the-counter medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of conditions such as the common cold or chest congestion. The primary ingredient in Mucinex is guaifenesin, and the pills help break up mucus that congests the chest are...More...
Zinc Picolinate for Acne
As infection fighter, zinc picolinate aids in the healing of tissue and helps with the regulation of DNA synthesis and hormones, according to acne-skin-care-guide.com. Zinc can also help to prevent scarring and helps the body to resist inflammation and infection....More...
Information on B12 Shots
B12 is an essential water-soluble B vitamin. It is crucial to the nervous system and to build red blood cells. It is not found in plant-based foods, so it might be important to those on strict vegan or vegetarian diets to supplement. Memory loss, fatigue and weakness are earlier signs of deficiency....More...
Viewpoint: Morphine-Ketorolac Combination Superior for Renal Colic
The acute, excruciating pain of renal colic was relieved more quickly and effectively with a combination of pain medications than with either drug alone....More...
Vaccinating With MMR
Should the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine only be given subcutaneously?...More...
How to Take Borage Oil
Borage oil can be found in seeds of the borage, a plant with blue, star-shaped flowers. Borage oil has anti-inflammatory components that help control the aging process and regulate blood sugar levels. Borage oil is the main source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). This type of oil can be used to treat ...More...
Olive Leaf Benefits & Side Effects
The olive tree has been called the "Tree of Life" because of its many healing benefits since its use in Ancient Egypt. In the early 1800s, olive leaves were used to reduce fever. By using olive leaf extract, you will increase your energy, boost your immune system and support your cardiovascular syst...More...
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